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placidity

plac·id
P p

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [plas-id]
    • /ˈplæs ɪd/
    • /ˈplæs.ɪd/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [plas-id]
    • /ˈplæs ɪd/

Definition of placidity word

  • adjective placidity pleasantly calm or peaceful; unruffled; tranquil; serenely quiet or undisturbed: placid waters. 1

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Origin of placidity

First appearance:

before 1620
One of the 42% oldest English words
1620-30; < Latin placidus calm, quiet, akin to placēre to please (orig., to calm); see -id4

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Parts of speech for Placidity

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

placidity popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 51% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

placidity usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for placidity

noun placidity

  • ataraxia — calmness or peace of mind; emotional tranquillity
  • ataraxy — a state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety; tranquillity.
  • comity — mutual civility; courtesy
  • composure — Composure is the appearance or feeling of calm and the ability to control your feelings.
  • concord — Concord is a state of peaceful agreement.

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